Gustav Kuhn is Reader in Psychology at Goldsmiths, University of London, and a member of the Magic Circle.
Experiencing the Impossible is a cogently argued, persuasive and
often enthralling account of the pleasures he experienced while
researching what he calls “one of the most captivating and enduring
forms of entertainment."—Times Higher Education
A fascinating foray into the subtle mechanics of creating
wonder.—Nature
Research suggests that even when the audience knows how a magic
trick works, it still has the power to amaze and intrigue, much
like this book did for me. I recommend it to the curious.—Chemistry
World
An engaging and accessible read focusing on an unusual, yet
surprisingly interesting connection, the one between magic and
cognitive sciences.—Perception
With Experiencing the Impossible, Kuhn manages to both
contextualize the experience of wonder, while also taking an
in-depth look at the scientific principles at work within our
confused brains as we try to make sense of the
inexplicable.—Spectrum Culture
An engaging and informative work.—Choice
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